Global Corporate Controller

PPG UK ProPharma Group MIS; United States; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ProPharma Group in the United States is seeking an experienced senior finance leader to drive global monthly consolidations, budgeting, and audit coordination. The role partners with FP&A and CFO to deliver comprehensive financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has a CPA and at least 12 years in accounting/finance, with strong leadership and ERP expertise to maintain controls and mentor staff. Hybrid work is available.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of GAAP principles and internal controls.
• Strong skills in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare global monthly financial consolidations and produce the monthly consolidated financials.
• Collaborate with FP&A to prepare Board and Lender reporting package for review by the CFO.
• Support the annual budget process by consolidating input from all companies and producing the necessary schedules for FP&A.
• Primary day-to-day contact for external audits and work with auditors on items including purchases accounting related to M&A activities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and develop new policies as required.
• Oversee and support accounting team with leadership that creates trust and productivity.
• Support the preparation and analysis of actual versus budgeted results for revenue and expenses.
• Work with Treasury to prepare the weekly rolling cash forecast.
• Maintain the consolidation reporting system to ensure GL mapping consistency across companies.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities and plan, assign, and direct work.
• Enforce HR policies with support of HR staff.
• Develop and mentor direct reports and staff; include scheduling, reviews, and training.
• Participate in in-house staffing training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP principles

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA certification preferred

Tools

Workday

Job description

For the past 25 years, ProPharma has improved the health and wellness of patients by providing advice and expertise that empowers biotech, med device, and pharmaceutical organizations of all sizes to confidently advance scientific breakthroughs and introduce new therapies. ProPharma partners with its clients through an advise-build-operate model across the complete product lifecycle. With deep domain expertise in regulatory sciences, clinical research solutions, quality & compliance, pharmacovigilance, medical information, and R&D technology, ProPharma offers an end-to-end suite of fully customizable consulting solutions that de-risk and accelerate our partners' most high-profile drug and device programs.

Essential Functions

• Prepare global monthly financial consolidations and produce the monthly consolidated financials.
• Collaborate with the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team to prepare the Board and Lender reporting package for review by the CFO.
• Support the annual budget process by consolidating input from all companies and producing the necessary schedules for the FP&A team.
• Primary day-to-day contact for external audits as well as work with auditors on other items including purchases accounting related to M&A activities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and develop new policies as required.
• Oversee and support accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity.
• Support the preparation and analysis of actual versus budgeted results for revenue and expenses items.
• Work with Treasury to prepare the weekly rolling cash forecast.
• Maintain the consolidation reporting system to ensure that the mapping of all GL accounts from various companies is consistent.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable guidelines.
• Plan, assign, and direct work.
• Enforce human resources policies and procedures with support of human resources staff.
• Develop and mentor direct reports and staff. Includes scheduling, reviews, staff motivation, training, and development.
• Participate in in-house staffing training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Necessary Skills and Abilities

• Thorough understanding of GAAP principles, financial reporting requirements, and internal control standards.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Experience with financial management software and ERP systems; proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in Accounting and Finance roles, with at least 10 years in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
• Workday experience preferred but not required.

We celebrate our differences and strive to create a workplace where each person can be their authentic self.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Employees are encouraged to unleash their innovative, collaborative, and entrepreneurial spirits.

With a holistic approach as an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide a safe space where all employees feel empowered to succeed.

All applications to roles at ProPharma are personally reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. We do not rely on AI screening tools to support our hiring process. You will always receive an outcome to your application so that you have an answer from us - whether you're successful or not.

Whilst ProPharma supports remote working, we also recognise the value that comes from in person collaboration. As such, we encourage any new hires that are based within a reasonably short commute of one of our offices to work on a hybrid basis and spend some time working from that office location, as agreed with your manager. All applications will be treated on their own merit and candidates will not be at any advantage or disadvantage based on their proximity to an office.

ProPharma Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters/third parties. Please, no phone calls or emails to anyone regarding this posting.